What happens when one severe error and two minor errors occur in a Group Lift?

In the case where one severe error and two minor errors occur in a Group Lift, the appropriate outcome is to reduce the element's level by one and implement a downgrade twice. This approach acknowledges the significant impact of the severe error, which typically has a more serious consequence on the overall evaluation, while also accounting for the presence of minor errors.

When a severe error is present, it indicates a major fault that affects the execution of the lift, leading to a definitive alteration in its technical value. Meanwhile, the two minor errors, although not as impactful, contribute to the overall assessment of the lift. By lowering the element one level, judges can accurately reflect the compromised quality of the performance due to the severe error, while the two downgrades (often associated with minor faults) ensure that all aspects of the performance are duly penalized.

The reason this approach is taken is to maintain fairness and accuracy in scoring, as both types of errors play a role in the evaluation, yet the severe error carries more weight. This strategy ensures that the skaters receive an adequate reflection of their performance quality while upholding the integrity of the scoring system.